Also, is Steve trying to lead by example when he takes his shirt off every five minutes? Hoping that Danny will catch on and take his own shirt off?

Of course he is!!! Also he is obviously trying to woo him with his abs, even though he has rolled out the sensitivity lately too, to show him he is not only good-looking, but also smart and understanding! clearly he is the perfect boyfriend and wont you looooooooveee me yet?? XD